Work Type: Ongoing - Full-time
Salary: $97,955 - $111,142
Grade: VPS 4
Occupation: Community services
Location: Melbourne - Eastern suburbs
Reference: VG/MC2806SB
About Us
Court Services Victoria provides corporate services and facilities to support the performance of the judicial, quasi-judicial and administrative functions of Victoria's courts and tribunal, Judicial College and Judicial Commission.
Collectively, Victoria's Supreme, County, Magistrates', Children's, and Coroners courts, the Victorian Civil and Administrative Tribunal (VCAT), the Judicial College of Victoria, the Judicial Commission of Victoria, and Court Services Victoria (CSV) are referred to as the ‘Courts Group'.
Our people enable the Courts Group to deliver on each jurisdiction's own strategic priorities while also pursuing strategic opportunities that are interconnected and deliver benefits more broadly.
ChCV
The Children's Court of Victoria (ChCV) is a specialist court that hears and determines cases in two divisions. The Family Division hears and determines cases involving the care and protection of Victorian children who are at risk of harm. The Criminal Division hears and determines the criminal charges brought against children between the ages of 10-17 years.
As a specialist and dedicated court, we are able to focus solely on responding to the particular needs and interests of children, young people and their families. This focus guides our approach to the delivery of judicial, dispute resolution, registry and support services, as well as the physical environment of our courts.
The ChCV expertly and fairly applies the law in cases involving children and young people. We work closely with youth justice, legal services, child protection and other community-based services to provide a multi-disciplinary court response to address the best interest of children in need of protection, whilst promoting the accountability and rehabilitation of young offenders and in doing so, improving community safety.
About the Role
The Koori Support Coordinator will be responsible for developing strong relationships and providing authoritative advice, support and assistance to Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander and Marram-Ngala Ganbu children, young people, and their families attending the Children's Court. You will be responsible for delivering all key administrative and coordination tasks associated with the Children's Koori Court and Marram-Ngala Ganbu.
You will have advanced knowledge of local community support services and provide information and referrals to culturally appropriate services, as required. This is a demanding and sensitive environment that requires the capacity to maintain a high level of confidentiality.
You will be responsible for:
About You
Are yo u Mob that is able to engage sensitively and effectively with Koori children, young people, and their families who come to the Children's Court of Victoria?
Do you want to contribute to providing Mob with support in a way that reduces their stress, ensures their cultural needs are understood, and that their voices are heard?
Do you have subject matter expertise regarding knowledge and understanding of the Victorian Koori community, both society and culture, and the issues impacting on it?
If this sounds like you, come and join a team of likeminded workers who are passionate about supporting Mob through unfamiliar processes of the Children's Court. We are a team of culturally grounded Mob with a commitment to support Mob to feel comfortable to be at Court.
Additional requirements
This is an Aboriginal Designated position in accordance with Court Services Victoria Designated Positions policy. This position is classified under‘special measures',section 12 of the Equal Opportunity Act 2010. To ensure that the intention of the recruitment process is maintained, a ‘Confirmation of Aboriginality' document is required from applicants.
How to apply
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Other information
CSV is the employer of staff at Courts Group. CSV has a firm commitment through its Koori Employment Plan to increase participation of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people across our workforce.
We value the unique backgrounds, experiences, and contributions that each person brings to our community and encourage and celebrate diversity. Those from the LGBTQIA+ community, women, people of all ages, with disabilities, culturally and linguistically diverse people, and those who are neurodiverse, are encouraged to apply.
We aim to create a workforce that reflects the community in which we live.
If you require adjustments to the recruitment and selection process or require an alternative format to any of the application material, please don't hesitate to email the contact person listed in the advertisement.
As part of our commitment to a safe and respectful workplace, CSV conduct pre-employment checks, including reference checks, police checks and misconduct screening. These checks are handled confidentially, with care and are a standard part of our hiring process to ensure the right fit for both candidates and Court Services Victoria.